During the secondary survey of the code event, the nurse realizes that the patient is not breathing on his own. What should the nurse do next?
a. Immediately intubate the patient.
b. Have a laryngoscope handle and curved blades available.
c. Ensure that the light source on the laryngoscope is functional.
d. Have a laryngoscope handle and straight blades available.
C
Ensure that the light source on the laryngoscope is functional. Light is necessary on the laryngoscope to visualize the vocal cords and intubate the trachea. Batteries may have to be changed. If respirations are absent, assist the code team with endotracheal intubation. Have available a laryngoscope handle, curved and straight blades, endotracheal (ET) tubes, a stylet, suction and tape, or an ET tube holder.
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